26 



Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. 



Ornithogalum Arabicum. 

 SCILXAS (Squills). 



Sibirica. This is one of the pret- 

 tiest of early spring blooming bulbs, 

 of dwarf habit, with sprays of ex- 

 quisite rich blue flowers. Grown 

 in masses, in conjunction with Cro- 

 cus, Chionodoxas and Snowdrops, 

 the effect is charming. 15 cts. per 

 doz.; §1.00 per 100; §900 per 

 1000. 



Campanulata. A beautiful spring- 

 flowering bulb ; spikes of bell- 

 shaped flowers in blue, white and 

 rose. Mixed colors. 20 cts. per 

 doz.; §1.25 per 100. If by mail, 

 add 15 cts. per 100 for postage. 



Peruviana. A charming variety for 

 growing in pots, producing magnif- 

 icent umbels of rich blue and white 

 flowers ; unlike the other sorts, this 

 variety is not hardy. 10 cts. each ; 

 §1.00 per doz. 



ORNITHOGALUM ARABICUM. 



(Arabian Star of Bethlehem.) 



A very showy and distinct species, bearing racemes of white flowers 

 with a black centre, having a sweet aromatic odor ; grows 1 to 2 feet in 

 height, and succeeds either outdoors or in pots. Excellent for forcing, 

 and largely used by florists for this purpose. Of the easiest cultivation. 4 

 cts. each ; 40 cts. per doz. ; §2.50 per 100. If wanted by mail, add 10 

 cts. per doz. for postage. 



OXALIS. 



These are profuse bloomers, and very attractive in the greenhouse or 

 conservatory during the winter. Plant 3 or 4 bulbs in a pot; the pot 

 should be kept near the glass to prevent the foliage from growing too long. 



Grand Duchess. New varieties of great beauty; of dwarf, sturdy 

 growth, throwing their large, exquisite flowers well above the foliage. 

 Extremely free-flowering, never being out of bloom from November till 

 June. One of the most desirable for window culture. We offer them 

 in three distinct colors, Pink, White and Lavender. Price, either 

 color, 4 cts. each ; 40 cts. per doz. ; §3.00 per 100. 



Bermuda Buttercup. Greatly improved selection from Oxalis Cemua 

 grown in the congenial soil and climate of Bermuda until the bulbs have 

 attained great strength, producing plants and flowers 

 jarger and more luxuriant than the common va- 

 riety. It is one of the finest of winter-flowering 

 plants for pot culture, of strong, luxuriant growth; 

 one bulb is sufficient for a 6-inch. pot. The great 

 profusion of bloom produced in uninterrupted abun- 

 dance for weeks is astonishing. The 

 flowers are of the purest bright but- 

 tercup yellow. (See cut.) 

 Bowiei. Brilliant rose. 

 Yellow {Cernua lutea). 

 Double Yellow {Lutea f. pi.) 

 Rosea. Rose-colored. 

 White {Multiflora Alba). 

 Versicolor. Red, violet and white. 

 Price of any of the above, except 

 where noted, 3 cts. each; 25 cts. per 

 doz.; §1.50 per 100. 



Mixed, containing a large number of 

 varieties. 3 for 5 cts.; 15 cts. per 

 Bermuda Buttercup Oxalis. doz.; $1.00 per 100. 



SNOWDROPS (Galanthns). 



The charming Snowdrop is the first of all flowers to herald the 

 approach of spring. It can frequently be seen in bloom when the 

 ground is white with snow, as it takes every advantage, and hastens 

 to display its graceful snow-white bells before the winter has disap- 

 peared. In conjunction with Chionodoxas and ScOlas, a matchless 

 effect can be produced. As the bulbs are small, they should be 

 planted liberally in order to obtain immediate results. Banks, grassy 

 slopes, edging, or rock-work will suit all of these bulbs. They should 

 not be disturbed often if a fine display is desired. 



Elwes' Giant. An exceedingly large and beautiful single va- 

 riety ; flowers snow-white, with emerald-green tube. 15 cts. per 

 doz.; 75 cts. per 100; §6.00 per 1000. 



Single. Pure white graceful bells ; early flowering. 15 cts. per 

 doz.; 75 cts. per 100; §6.00 per 1000. 



Double. Flowers perfectly double, pure white. 25 cts. per doz. ; 

 SI 50 per 100 ; $12.00 per 1000. 



Giant Cassabah. Said to be the largest of all the single Snow- 

 drops. Very showy ; the bulbs we offer have been received from 

 Asia M ; nor, its native habitat. 30 cts. per doz. ; §2.00 per 100. 



SC1LL 



K ^mc A 



